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The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ certificate program covers the entire process of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs. Explore new design models and techniques that align with emerging needs, evaluate real-world projects, and work with expert faci ...
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Upcoming Programs

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Thursday, May 14, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Monday, July 6, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Note: If you decide to stay at the Hotel Blake, call 1.312.344.4950 and ask for the special University Center rate when making your reservation. You will receive a special rate.

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Monday, August 31, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

Hotel / Facility Information

Program Location:
ATD Headquarters
1640 King St
Alexandria, VA 22313

There are a few options for lodging at a discounted rate in Alexandria. However, ATD has not secured a room block, so reservations are based on availability. Please contact the hotel directly for reservations, and be sure to mention that you would like the "American Society for Training & Development Corporate Rate."

Hilton Alexandria Old TownYou can reserve online by going towww.alexandriaoldtown.hilton.com. Once you select the dates you will select "add special rate codes" and enter our client ID (Our client ID is N9887768 for reserving rooms.) in the corporate account section. This will automatically populate your rates. You can also call 1-800-445-8667 and provide them with our client ID.Embassy Suites Old TownTo check availability and make reservations, click on the hotel name above; the corporate account number 0560002450 should automatically appear in the respective field.

For reservations call 1-800-KIMPTON and give them the rate code “ATD”. For online, go to www.lorienhotelandspa.com and use rate code “ATD”.Participants will need to book their own hotel and find parking, if applicable. Some training facilities offer vouchers for parking. If this is the case, you will be directly notified in an informational email.

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Special Note:

Beginning March 18th, the parking garage near the MicroTek Dallas Facility will issue parking tickets, which must be validated in the MicroTek facility to receive free parking.

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Wednesday, November 4, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

The ATD Master Instructional Designer™ Program, Core Course, starts on Wednesday, December 9, 2015. The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. each day. Participants will complete the Knowledge Test online. (Please note: participants must be available to engage in an online community three weeks prior to the Core Course, and complete their online elective and learning project within three months following the Core Course.)

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Note: If you decide to stay at the Hotel Blake, call 1.312.344.4950 and ask for the special University Center rate when making your reservation. You will receive a special rate.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

Hotel / Facility Information

Program Location:
ATD Headquarters
1640 King St
Alexandria, VA 22313

There are a few options for lodging at a discounted rate in Alexandria. However, ATD has not secured a room block, so reservations are based on availability. Please contact the hotel directly for reservations, and be sure to mention that you would like the "American Society for Training & Development Corporate Rate."

Hilton Alexandria Old TownYou can reserve online by going towww.alexandriaoldtown.hilton.com. Once you select the dates you will select "add special rate codes" and enter our client ID (Our client ID is N9887768 for reserving rooms.) in the corporate account section. This will automatically populate your rates. You can also call 1-800-445-8667 and provide them with our client ID.Embassy Suites Old TownTo check availability and make reservations, click on the hotel name above; the corporate account number 0560002450 should automatically appear in the respective field.

For reservations call 1-800-KIMPTON and give them the rate code “ATD”. For online, go to www.lorienhotelandspa.com and use rate code “ATD”.Participants will need to book their own hotel and find parking, if applicable. Some training facilities offer vouchers for parking. If this is the case, you will be directly notified in an informational email.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Special Note:

Beginning March 18th, the parking garage near the MicroTek Dallas Facility will issue parking tickets, which must be validated in the MicroTek facility to receive free parking.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

More Information

This program is conducted in the WebEx Training Center platform with a toll-free teleconference or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) option for the audio component. Special software is not required. You only need a standard web browser and telephone or VoIP capability to participate.

After registering, you will receive a WebEx online sign-in, teleconference dial-in details, and instructions via email. Although they take place online, these programs are highly interactive, with features and tools such as “raise your hand,” polling, live chat, and break-out rooms. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can watch the recording at a later time before the program ends. Certificate programs have attendance requirements. Please see the Credits & Attendance section on the program description page for more details.

Note: Participants located outside the U.S. and Canada will dial a toll phone number or use free VoIP through their computer to access the program. They should check with their phone carrier to determine rates for calls to the U.S. if using a telephone.

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Note: If you decide to stay at the Hotel Blake, call 1.312.344.4950 and ask for the special University Center rate when making your reservation. You will receive a special rate.

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Special Note:

Beginning March 18th, the parking garage near the MicroTek Dallas Facility will issue parking tickets, which must be validated in the MicroTek facility to receive free parking.

Hotel / Facility Information

While ATD has not secured a room block or sleeping room discount, we invite you to visit the website of the facility to view a list of hotels near the workshop location. Clicking this link will bring you there. We also encourage you to use travel search engine tools to find the lodging options that will best accommodate your needs.

Note: If you decide to stay at the Hotel Blake, call 1.312.344.4950 and ask for the special University Center rate when making your reservation. You will receive a special rate.